Shame
“The photoplay of the hour, a story of the World's Unjust Condemnation.”
Synopsis
John Grey enlists when the Spanish-American War begins, not knowing that his sweetheart Mary is pregnant and then perishes before they can legalize their union. When Mary dies, her daughter Little Mary is taken into an orphanage and adopted by Peters, a cruel farmer who turns her into a slave. Befriended by Seppe, a hunchback farmhand of similar parentage, young Mary escapes to the city where she finds work at a hospital run by Dr. Strong. She falls in love with Strong's son Donald when he learns that she is illegitimate, he backs out of the engagement.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 1, 1917
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John W. Noble
- Screenplay & Story
- John W. Noble
- Original Title
- Shame
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 50m
- Production Studios
- Duplex Films Inc., John W. Noble Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John W. Noble
John W. Noble
Department Leadership Roster
John W. Noble
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Shame.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shame
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Shame about?
John Grey enlists when the Spanish-American War begins, not knowing that his sweetheart Mary is pregnant and then perishes before they can legalize their union. When Mary dies, her daughter Little Mary is taken into an orphanage and adopted by Peters, a cruel farmer who turns her into a slave. Befriended by Seppe, a hunchback farmhand of similar parentage, young Mary escapes to the city where she finds work at a hospital run by Dr. Strong. She falls in love with Strong's son Donald when he learns that she is illegitimate, he backs out of the engagement.
Who directed Shame?
Shame was directed by John W. Noble.
Who stars in Shame?
The principal cast of Shame includes Zena Keefe, Lionel Belmore, Joyce Fair, Niles Welch, John Davidson.
When was Shame released and how long is it?
Shame was released in 1917 with a total runtime of 50m.